Gut bacteria gene may hold key to Parkinson's
NCT ID NCT07175922
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study is looking at a gene called csgA found in gut bacteria of people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers want to see how common this gene is and how it changes over time. The goal is to learn more about the link between gut health and Parkinson's, which could help develop future treatments. The study will involve 200 participants with Parkinson's who have or had gut issues.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could point toward new therapies that target the gut to treat Parkinson's disease.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures a gene in stool samples, so it won't directly test any therapy. Results may not lead to a treatment.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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About 200 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Sep 2025
- Expected to finish
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Nov 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A company
The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Patients with a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease within the last 10 years in the Netherlands
- Ages
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18 to 80 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Between 18-80 years of age at ICF signing (inclusive) * A diagnosis of PD within 10 years from the time of ICF signing * Current or history of gastrointestinal (GI) dysfunction or constipation based on screening assessment * All participants must understand and provide written informed consent prior to any study specific procedures * Able to speak, read, and understand study procedures in Dutch sufficiently to allow completion of all study assessments Exclusion Criteria: * Any known GI disorder if deemed clinically significant by the investigator. GI disorders may include, but are not limited to: Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome, or lactose intolerance * Recent GI infection in the past 3 months if deemed clinically significant by the investigator. * Major GI surgery (excluding appendectomy/cholecystectomy), such as bariatric surgery, gastrectomy, esophagectomy, vagotomy, small intestine surgeries, any type of colectomy, colostomy and anorectal surgeries if deemed clinically significant by the investigator * Any known current or past eating disorder if deemed clinically significant by the investigator * Use of systemic antibiotics within 30 days prior to enrollment
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Conditions
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Study contacts
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Contact
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Locations
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Center for Human Drug Research
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